"My daughter has been at Thurston for three years and is now doing better academically than she ever has. She loves school and has terrific teachers; the teachers and administrators make it fun and exciting to come to school. This is important at an age when a lot of kids lose interest in school. Dr. Joanne Culverhouse has assembled a team that makes the kids feel cared for and part of something worthy. She has endless energy and enthusiasm and is always available. We're very happy at Thurston."

Student Review | Rating:Posted 2008-06-05

"this is a cool school I go here and like it Dr. Culverhouse is a great principle."

Parent Review | Rating:Posted 2007-12-14

"5 star. Principal takes her responsibilities seriously and goes beyond to make the kids feel welcomed and safe."

Parent Review | Rating:Posted 2007-06-29

"I couldn't think of a better school to send my son. I always make a point of bragging about it to anyone willing to listen. I nominate Dr. Joanne Culverhouse as the Principal of the Year!"

Parent Review | Rating:Posted 2006-01-11

"Due to an incredible amount of community support, extracurricular activites are abundant and mostly free. This school has the best Principal in the district. We were fortunate to also have her at El Morro. Public schools don't get any better than this."